I'm Patricia Saylor, a retired educator turned investing teacher and the author of The Novice Investor’s Guide to Stocks, Funds, and Options. I specialize in making stock market investing and safe options trading easy to understand—even for total beginners.

My mission is simple: to help people like you invest with confidence by teaching the fundamentals clearly, patiently, and without hype. If you’ve ever read an article or watched a video about investing and felt overwhelmed or confused, you’re exactly who I create content for.

I'm the founder of Saylor Financial Fundamentals and Head of School at Solterra Way Cottage School, where I provide educational assessments, academic support (and swimming lessons!) to private students.

After retiring from a 30-year career in public education and administration, I grew both of my small businesses from side hustles into main gigs.

I have an MA in Linguistics from Gallaudet University and a BA in Spanish and Education from UNC-Chapel Hill. I'm conversant in Spanish and fluent in American Sign Language.

Unlike most financial educators, I was a teacher before I became an investor. I built a second career writing books, conducting seminars, and coaching students 1:1 from all over the world. I love hearing how my content helps people grow their confidence and build wealth through practical, low-risk investing.